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The 10 Best Country Houses in Ambleside, UK

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High Grassings Country House is a 16-minute drive from Grizedale Forest and the cosy hamlet of Hawkshead is less than 2 miles away. The historical town of Ambleside is 13 minutes' drive away and Windermere is just 8 miles away.

We booked this weekend away for my mum and my husband for a surprise 60th + 70t birthday treat. They both absolutely loved the stay and, the staff were exceptional. They definitely would stay again. Receptionist staff were very helpful and were very attentive, and very polite.

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9.4
Superb
232 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Located in the heart of the Lake District and just 5 minutes' drive from Ambleside, Foxghyll Country House offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking. Set within 3 acres of private gardens, this large country house dates back to the 1600s and has direct access to Loughrigg Fell.

Foxghyll Country House is by the banks of the River Rothay. Guests can explore the tranquil Lake District, which is ideal for hiking and scenic cycle rides. It is also ideal for fishing.

Warm hospitality by the owners, Paul and Rachel. Thoughtful sumptuous breakfast. Spacious room with a great river and pasture view. Comfortable bed. Lots of trees and flowering plants in its 5-acre property. Our 3-night stay was very heavenly and relaxing. Pleasureable walking experience from village to village. Highly recommended for a 3~ 5 day Lake District experience.

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9.9
Exceptional
107 reviews
Price from
£165
per night

This country house includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are offered in the country house. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the country house can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

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9
Superb
4 reviews
Price from
£168
per night

The country house is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The kitchen has a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£276
per night

With a beautiful riverside location, Rydal Lodge Hotel offers elegant Lake District accommodation, 2 miles from the centre of Ambleside. With Lake Windermere just 6 minutes’ drive away, this Cumbrian hotel offers a full breakfast menu and free parking and Wi-Fi.

The place felt very homely, beautiful and located close to Mount Rydal. Breakfast service is amazing. Mark and Helena are excellent hosts. Highly recommended!

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9.1
Superb
217 reviews
Price from
£165
per night

Overlooking Lake Windermere and Langdale Fells, Holbeck Ghyll is a 4-red star country house hotel with fabulous views and rooms.

The individually designed rooms all include beds dressed in Egyptian cotton. They feature an LCD TV, DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities.

Absolutely stunning location with beautiful views and the staff were amazing.

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8.5
Very good
934 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

On the edge of Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park, Merewood Country House Hotel was built in 1812 and retains many original features. In 20 acres of landscaped gardens, this hotel offers free on-site parking and Wi-Fi.

breathtaking view, cozy and inviting atmosphere, location is good walking distance to Brockhole Windemere park. Taxis are available anytime with reasonable charges

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8.5
Very good
841 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

Cragwood Country House Hotel lies on the shores of Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park.With acres of landscaped gardens, this hotel offers free on-site parking and Wi-Fi.

There is a flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities in all guest rooms at Cragwood Country House Hotel. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with bath or shower and complementary toiletries.

Location and vintage country house decoration were really nice.

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8.5
Very good
1,124 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

This country house will provide guests with a cable TV, a terrace, a seating area and a CD player. Towels and bed linen are featured in the country house. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the country house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grasmere, like hiking.

Everything you could possibly need was provided from robes to cutlery to firewood. The value for money was amazing and it felt like such a personal and luxurious stay! Will definitely be recommending and returning!

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£474
per night

Set in an acre of gardens, in the picturesque village of Grasmere, Lake View Country House is located in the heart of the Lake District, in a recently-renovated period property with original features. There is private access to Grasmere lake-shore. Free parking is available on site.

Very pleasant stay. Everything was perfect. I absolutely loved Grasmere!!

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9.2
Superb
401 reviews
Price from
£93.50
per night

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Country houses that guests love in Ambleside

  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 54 reviews
    It was nice and quiet. So peaceful.
    Gary
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £136.40
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 717 reviews
    Great location for various walks in the lakes, it was very quiet and peaceful. The staff were friendly, and the included breakfast was really nice too.
    Alice
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £155
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,142 reviews
    Quiet and peaceful and lovely shower
    Kim
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,262 reviews
    I travel around the UK quite a lot but this was one of the best accomodations I've had. Staff were friendly, the rooms very snug and cosy, and the view from our windows just incredible. Beautifully located near a lake, peaceful and quiet. I wish we could have stayed longer!
    Dagmar
    Group
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,262 reviews
    Staff were very helpful. Easy access with ample car parking space. Location is a few minutes drive to Ambleside. Peaceful and quiet location.
    James
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £155
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,142 reviews
    The food was lovely and the staff were very friendly. The Lakehouse was very picturesque and the room was much bigger than I thought it would be. It was very quiet and peaceful being up away from the road and the main Hotel.
    Kathryn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £115
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,575 reviews
    Considering the location of the Inn the stay was excellent value for money. The whole ambience of the stay was so good I booked for a second night and it was well worth it. I had a beautifully peaceful break in a luxurious environment in the heart of Ambleside. My own little piece of heaven even it was only for two days. I will have no hesitation in booking again in the future.
    Tennant
    Solo traveller
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,262 reviews
    The location had an excellent view over the Lake, It was a quiet and peaceful stay, A pleasant countryside walking area The facilities available were of an excellent standard
    Steve
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 543 reviews
    Peaceful surroundings, very beautiful country house, room was lovely, bed comfortable, bathroom luxurious with a spacious bath and shower perfect after a long day of walking, brilliant breakfast options both continental and also a good menu selection of hot breakfasts, staff really friendly and welcoming, room very cosy and great view out onto the farm. Surroundings very quiet and peaceful. There's also a great lounge area with comfy sofas to chill in and board games.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £139
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 921 reviews
    This is our second stay at Briery Wood. It is a lovely country hotel. Very comfortable & clean and in its own beautiful grounds. It is in a nice quiet & peaceful setting but not too far from Ambleside and within walking distance of Brockhole where you can take part in the activities or walk around the gardens or go on a boat to Ambleside or Bowness The staff at the hotel are so friendly and welcoming and the food is lovely. We really enjoyed our stay here. Thank you for making us feel so welcome.
    Pauline
    Young couple